Who We Are.

Meet Ecumen’s caring and committed professionals.

“At Ecumen Lakeshore we are blessed with a tremendous history and tradition of service to our community. This tradition can be seen each day in the work of our devoted team members who are committed to Ecumen’s mission, vision, and values.”

Sue Akervik Director of Admissions

“I love working with our patients and families to help make their transition as smooth as possible.”

Loren JouppiRehab Director

“I love working at Lakeshore because I see the dramatic impact we have on restoring our patients’ independence and quality of life.”

Rita WalkerThe Shores (Assisted Living & Memory Care Director)

“I enjoy the opportunity to meet with individuals and assist them in making a change in their lives that will allow them to live each day the way they wish and they can enjoy.”

Lindsay BiddleChaplain, Doctor of Ministry

“As your Chaplain, I am called to support residents, their family members, and all members of the Ecumen team as we enjoy community together here at Lakeshore.”

Alice Pesonen-JohnsonDirector of Nursing

“Lakeshore helps their patients get their lives back.”

Roxanne SternbergDirector of the Crest (Independent Apartments)

“I enjoy working at Lakeshore because of the wonderful people I am blessed to interact with each and every day! Not only is Ecumen Lakeshore a beautiful place to live … it is a beautiful place to work.”

Johnny BarnstorfDining Director

“I enjoy working at Ecumen Lakeshore because every day is a new adventure and I get to work with a tremendously talented team.”

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we recreated and renamed our stunning Lakeshore community on our beautiful shoreline site. For over 85 years, we’ve developed a strong reputation in Northern Minnesota as a provider of senior care. Today, we are known as the premier senior living campus in Greater Duluth.